Cascade
Alpha acid
4.5–9%
Beta acid
4.8–7.5%
Total oil
0.7–2.5 mL
United States
Comet
Alpha acid
8–12.4%
Beta acid
3–6.1%
Total oil
1–3.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Cascade
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Comet
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Grapefruit
Only in Cascade
FloralSpicyCitrusPine
Only in Comet
GrassyWild
Property
| Property | Cascade | Comet |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–9% | 8–12.4% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–7.5% | 3–6.1% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 34–45% |
| Total oil | 0.7–2.5 mL | 1–3.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–60% | 40–65% |
| Humulene | 8–20% | 1–2% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–9% | 5–15% |
| Farnesene | 3–9% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |